Description
The Dutch Bros Caramelizer is a rich and creamy espresso-based drink blended with sweet caramel sauce, steamed milk, and topped with whipped cream. It’s a comforting, indulgent coffeehouse favorite you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 shots freshly brewed espresso
- 1 cup whole milk or dairy-free alternative (almond or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Brew 2 shots of espresso and pour into your mug.
- Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Froth if desired.
- Pour steamed milk over the espresso.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce until fully blended.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with additional caramel sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use strong brewed coffee if espresso isn’t available.
- Oat or almond milk work well for dairy-free versions.
- Serve iced by skipping the frothing and pouring over ice.
- Add vanilla or hazelnut syrup for flavor variation.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently on the stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
